The VETRINE project contributes to the transformation of the textile and apparel sector by fostering sustainability, innovation, and stronger connections between education and industry.

Within this framework, this manual brings together the results developed under Work Package 4, integrating the Green VETRINE Capacity Building Programme (CBP) and the Entre-Fashion process into a coherent and structured learning model.

This integrated approach demonstrates how sustainability education can move beyond theoretical instruction and be effectively translated into practice through project-based learning, mentoring, and real-world product development.

The methodology presented in this manual highlights the importance of combining conceptual knowledge with hands-on experimentation. By engaging learners in iterative development processes, decision-making under constraints, and continuous reflection, the approach supports the development of sustainability-driven and market-aware professionals.

The implementation across different partner countries further demonstrates the adaptability of the methodology to diverse educational contexts, institutional settings, and learner profiles. This reinforces the positioning of VETRINE as a reference initiative in the field of sustainable fashion education, offering a model that can be transferred and applied beyond the scope of the project.

As such, this manual is designed as a practical and actionable reference for institutions, educators, and professionals seeking to strengthen sustainability education within the textile and apparel sector. It provides both a conceptual framework and concrete guidance for implementation, grounded in real experiences and validated through practice.